The Monarch Pub and Restaurant

We were driving through the town of Pacific Grove trying to find a place to have dinner. This small town is down the road from Monterey and is its a sleepy suburb compared to Monterey. There were not alot of restaurants and most of them were closed. We landed at Monarch Pub.

It was a full house and we waited about 20 minutes to be seated. We sat outside on the enclosed patio, about 1/3 of the heaters were broken on this particular brisk evening. We sat next to one of the broken heaters.

The menu is British pub fare. We ordered breaded calamari and fish n chips to share. The waitress was over worked, it was just her for the entire patio. So it took awhile to order and to get our drinks and food, and to even get napkins, refills, and condiments. To add to her workload, the ticket system went wonky, it didn't print the table #s. So she had to shout out orders with two other staff helping her. With folks all claiming orders willy nilly, it was mayhem. We got our calamari appetizer but got skunked on our fish n chips. That came super late.

The fish in the fish n chips was fantastic. Quality, great tasting piece of cod. Firm, flaky fish. It was beer battered and deep fried .Ohhh that crust was darn tasty as well. Fried to a prefect golden crisp.hard an audible crunch. Mmm. The fries were steak cut and just ok. Anyway the breaded calamari tasted ok. Not bad, not great either. Plus I don't think k it was fresh made.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 3

OMG, probably the best club sandwich I've had in my life. Yum! 😋😁

Saturday afternoon and quiet place to hang out for beer and fish&chips... I got fish and shrimp which comes with chips/ calamari fries... amazing weather and beer. So happy to have this place in my neighborhood ☺️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

5 stars. Pricey but good. I got the cheeseburger and sweet potato fries, and just a water, and all together, it was like 30 dollars 😭. But like I said, it was still good. So, there is no need to judge.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food, great service, and great vibe. Whenever we're craving fish and chips, this is where we go. Very laid back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Me and my husband were looking for a good fish and chips and found this Amazing place. The food was great. I ordered the prawns with fish and chips and my husband ordered the greens apple salad with chicken and bacon bits. Both were delicious. Our waitress Gabby was so delightful. We will come back again here for sure.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stopped by for some sandwiches on a Saturday afternoon. Food was fantastic, nice environment, live music. A must stop in Pacific Grove.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Quaint pub but very noisy. Patio in the back was good for conversing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

The best fish n chips .

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I love this place.The staff is awesome. Jeff and Lorie are the best!

Great friendly service.

Great Pub Grub! What an absolute gem in charming Pacific Grove. The Monarch Pub truly has it all—comfort, a laid-back atmosphere, and outstanding food. From the moment we stepped inside, we felt completely at ease. The setting is casual and welcoming, with a cozy bar, a relaxed dining area, and a spacious patio that’s ideal for unwinding. It’s the kind of place where both locals and visitors feel instantly at home.

We ordered the British Banger Sandwich, which came with perfectly cooked fries and tasty beans—it was absolutely delicious. We also ordered the crispy, flavorful Prawns and Chips, and they were excellent—lightly battered, golden, and full of flavor. And we couldn’t leave without trying the Sticky Toffee Pudding, which was nothing short of heavenly—warm, indulgent, and unforgettable.

The menu is full of great choices for everyone, including lots of fresh salads and hearty sandwiches. The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the high quality and generous portion sizes. Whether you're craving traditional pub fare or something lighter, there’s something to satisfy every appetite.

Monarch Pub also offers a great array of British and Irish ales, a variety of beers, and wines, along with a full bar featuring special cocktails—perfect for pairing with your meal or enjoying during a night out.

Our server, India, was wonderful. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind—her excellent service made a great experience even better.

The patio added to the fun with its humorous signage, lush flowers, and all of its visual fun elements of Great Britain inside and out—creating such a cheerful and unique vibe that made our visit even more enjoyable.

It’s also a great place to catch a game—whether you’re into baseball, basketball, soccer, or more. The relaxed setting and friendly crowd make it an ideal spot for sports fans.

Easily accessible, you can stroll over, bike over or drive over with lots of nearby parking.

We’re already looking forward to catching a future performance by Katherine Lavin, who we know is incredibly talented. We’ll definitely be back!

Monarch Pub is a must-visit—whether you’re in the mood for a satisfying meal, a refreshing drink, catching a match, or just a casual evening out. Highly recommended!

Quant British pub. Go service and vibe. If you need a pint, this is a great place to get one and chill.

We took a big group there and it was great, Eric and the team took great care of us